loving being a past guest designer for Precious Remembrance Shop and 12 Kits of Occasions.

Do you have any favorite products &/or craft companies right now?

My favorite products are all of my stamps, patterned papers, embossing
folders, dies, and my Wink of Stella brush glitter. I also reach for my
Glossy Accents every time I make a card! I am a life-long fan of Hero Arts! I have also grown to love Simon
Says Stamp, Sweet Stamp Shop and Precious Remembrance Shop stamps. I am also fond of Jane's Doodles, WPlus9, and Papertrey Ink. (I
own stamps from many other companies, too. Basically, if I like the
stamps, I will buy them!)

How did you get into card making?

My
best girlfriend sent me a handmade, stamped Christmas card over ten
years ago, and I was intrigued. She suggested I buy a book on rubber
stamping, and I did. The rest is history!

Why do you like Clean and Simple design?

I
like clean and simple design because that is pretty much how I live my
life! I like to keep things clean, uncluttered, organized and
simple. (Of course, that rarely happens anymore -- but that is what I like!) When it comes to cards, I don't
like bulk -- mainly because I mail most of my cards and it is easier to mail a flat card!

Do you have any advice for fellow crafters trying to find their own style?

Do
what makes you happy and you will find your style! Don't be afraid to
CASE ideas, look to your surroundings for inspiration, check out
Pinterest (I find TONS of inspiration there) and consider participating
at challenge blogs. I find that my style emerges when I'm given some
structure -- whether a sketch or a color scheme or a cue word. At this
stage of my life, I don't make cards in order to win things -- I make
them because it makes me happy!

Is there anything else you think we should know about you?

When
I am not making cards, I am enjoying my busy life with my husband and
our four kids (ages 15, 14, 12 and 9). I work part time as a school
psychologist and I am actively involved in my kids' school activities
and extracurriculars (and trust me, there are many of them!). I also
sing and can play a few instruments (guitar, ukulele, banjo). I love
gardening and reading, too! I am also VERY proud to say that I have not
missed a cue word at CASology since the challenge started!

You have a real gem here in Judy! Her cards are always so pleasing! Loved getting to know her a bit more today, and finding out how truly talented she is in other areas as well! Congrats, Judy, on your feature today!

It was so much fun getting to know a little more about Judy! I don't know how she finds the time to create with her busy life, but I'm so glad she does! Judy's cards always inspire me...thanks so much for sharing her with us today!

That was a great interview, Judy! I related to so much of it and have always loved your outlook and your style! I'm incredibly impressed at your ability to run your busy household and make cards AND blog!! You have lots of energy!! Hugs, Darnell

Wow, Judy, you are navigating one busy life AND still managing to make absolutely phenomenal cards! Love your comment about your CAS style being a reflection of how you live. Your cards are nothing short of fabulous, creative and soooo inspiring!~c

Hi Judy, Well you really do have a busy life:D Thanks for sharing and I always look forward to your visits, always so positive and helpful! Congratulations on not missing any cue 's here on CASology, WOW :D x